Leadership & Wellness Virtual RoundtableTuesday, May 20, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutJoin NationSwell and guest moderator Dr. PickensHaro, clinical psychologist and organizational development specialist, for an engaging conversation at the intersection of leadership and wellness. Each session will feature candid, open dialogue with a different leader, exploring topics like resilience, mindfulness, and work-life balance. It’s not a […]
Salon on The Movement to Reconnect, Washington, DCWednesday, May 21st, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETSalonAboutRobert Putnam warned us. Jonathan Haidt made us anxious. Vivek Murthy called it a crisis. Derek Thompson drove it home. Books, articles, and study after study confirm what many of us feel—the diagnosis is clear: Americans are more disconnected than ever. But what’s […]
Impact x Talent: Scalable and Sustainable Talent DevelopmentVirtual RoundtableThursday, May 22, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutMany workforce programs focus on training individuals, often with powerful results for participants. But given the complexities of workforce development — an interplay of stakeholders, evolving needs, access, and policy – investments that target the individual often come up short in […]
Driving Climate Resilience: How Impact Teams Prepare Communities for a Changing WorldVirtual RoundtableThursday, May 29, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutAs climate risks intensify, social impact leaders play a critical role in building resilience—leveraging business assets, philanthropic capital, and cross-sector partnerships to protect vulnerable communities. In this NationSwell virtual Leader Roundtable, we’ll explore the most innovative strategies, […]
Signature Dinner on Innovation, Ideas, and Collective Opportunity, New York CityThursday, June 5, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutAs we step into a season of renewal, we are reminded that the future isn’t just something we step into—it’s something we shape together. Innovation isn’t merely a tool for progress; it’s a spark that ignites new possibilities, […]
Cradle to Career — What’s Working BestVirtual RoundtableTuesday, June 10, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutFrom early childhood to early career, every life stage presents a critical window to shape opportunity, dignity, and outcomes. And yet, too often, interventions remain fragmented, siloed, or under-resourced—especially for those most impacted by structural inequities. In this roundtable, we spotlight what’s […]
Signature Dinner on Innovation, Ideas, and Collective Opportunity, San FranciscoTuesday, June 10, 20256:00–9:00 PM PTSan Francisco, CAAboutAs we step into a season of renewal, we are reminded that the future isn’t just something we step into—it’s something we shape together. Innovation isn’t merely a tool for progress; it’s a spark that ignites new possibilities, fuels […]
Autodesk Foundation & NationSwell Happy Hour at JFF HorizonsTuesday, June 10th, 20257:00–9:00 PM CTNew OrleansAboutJoin NationSwell and the Autodesk Foundation for an intimate happy hour during the JFF Horizons conference in New Orleans this June. This gathering will bring together senior leaders and innovators in workforce development who are reimagining the future of work in […]
The Art of Connection: Strategies for Effective NetworkingVirtual RoundtableWednesday, June 11, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutNetworking doesn’t stop when you reach senior leadership—it evolves. Maintaining strong professional connections is essential for staying ahead of industry trends, fostering innovation, and building strategic partnerships that drive success. Join NationSwell and Tom Key, founder of Somerset Advisors and a […]
Workshop: Aligning Impact with Business StrategyWorkshopThursday, June 12, 20251:00pm – 2:30pm ET AboutLeading corporate impact programs are pushing beyond traditional philanthropy and CSR to create strategies that drive both business and social value. They’re leveraging core assets and capabilities, aligning impact goals with business outcomes, and driving stakeholder alignment throughout the organization. Join NationSwell for a […]
Accelerating Progress on Food Security and NutritionVirtual RoundtableWednesday, June 18, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutIn 2023, more than 700 million people worldwide faced hunger and 3.1 billion couldn’t afford a healthy diet. In the U.S., nearly 1 in 5 households experienced food insecurity. Those numbers are staggering, and yet U.S. federal funding cuts in 2025 threaten […]
Guaranteed Income + Innovations in Financial Security — What’s Working BestVirtual RoundtableTuesday, June 24, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutGuaranteed income is quickly evolving from bold idea to proven strategy—offering direct support to individuals and families with powerful results. In parallel, new models for delivering benefits, improving financial health, and reducing administrative burdens are helping to build […]
Impact x Talent: Skills-Based Employee Engagement in Workforce DevelopmentWorkshopWednesday, June 25, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutEmployers are moving toward skills-based employee engagement as an important component of both talent and impact strategies. Outside of critical mentorship and coaching roles, many professionals find that their expertise is best deployed in an impact partner’s back office to improve […]
Leadership Lunch, Washington, DCTuesday, July 1, 202512:00–2:00 PM ETWashington, DCAboutOver the past few years, leaders have faced unprecedented challenges, navigating diverse teams through a relentless wave of crises. It’s clearer than ever that new tools, insights, and strategies are essential—not just for leading organizations, but for sustaining themselves in the process. NationSwell is convening a […]
Strengthening Nonprofit Sector ResilienceVirtual RoundtableTuesday, July 8, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutNonprofit organizations today are facing a range of significant challenges related to federal funding cuts, adoption of and adaptation to emerging technologies, workforce strain, and more. In this candid virtual roundtable, NationSwell will convene nonprofit leaders and funders for an open, solutions-oriented dialogue on how […]
Employee Ownership + New Levels of Wealth for WorkersVirtual RoundtableTuesday, July 15, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutAcross the country, employee ownership models are quietly transforming what’s possible for workers—delivering increased wealth, stronger employee retention, and better business outcomes for investors. In this session, we spotlight models that shift power and equity to the people who help […]
Los Angeles Community Salon Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00–5:00 PM PT Salon About Join NationSwell and Niagara Bottling for an inspiring afternoon of purpose and connection at Chrysalis, a nonprofit dedicated to creating pathways to self-sufficiency for individuals facing barriers to employment. Gather alongside fellow social impact leaders from the L.A. area for a hands-on […]
Black Women in Non-Profit Leadership Working GroupWorking GroupWednesday, July 16, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutJoin us for a virtual conversation designed exclusively for Black Women in Non-profit Leadership. This gathering will create a space for authentic dialogue, peer learning, and strategic messaging as we navigate the rapidly evolving political landscape. Together, we will explore how Black […]
Signature Dinner on Leading at Our Best in an Era of Change, Washington, DCWednesday, July 16, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETWashington, D.C.AboutIn this moment of profound transition — when social, political, economic, and environmental currents are shifting rapidly — the need for courageous, adaptive, and visionary leadership has never been greater. The challenges are complex, and so […]
Signature Dinner on The New Employer Mandate: Building Talent, Not Just Hiring It, SeattleThursday, July 17th, 20256:00–9:00 PM PTSeattle, WAAboutAs automation, AI, and evolving job roles reshape the labor market, employers are being called to shift from passive consumers of talent to active builders of it. This conversation explores how leading companies are designing internal […]
Leadership Lunch in DenverMonday, July 21, 202512:00–2:00 PM MTDenverAbout Over the past few years, leaders have faced unprecedented challenges, navigating diverse teams through a relentless wave of crises. It’s clearer than ever that new tools, insights, and strategies are essential—not just for leading organizations, but for sustaining themselves in the process. NationSwell is convening a […]
Leadership & Wellness Virtual RoundtableWednesday, July 23, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutJoin NationSwell and guest moderator Dr. PickensHaro, clinical psychologist and organizational development specialist, for an engaging conversation at the intersection of leadership and wellness. Each session will feature candid, open dialogue with a different leader, exploring topics like resilience, mindfulness, and work-life balance. It’s not a […]
From Intention to Reality: Unlocking the Promise of Collective ImpactVirtual RoundtableThursday, July 24, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutWithin the social impact ecosystem, there is widespread commitment to collaboration and partnership. Yet true collective impact remains challenging for many organizations and leaders. Structural silos, misaligned incentives, and resource constraints often stand in the way of catalytic, cross-sector […]
Beyond the Backlash: What's Next for Diversity, Equity and InclusionVirtual RoundtableTuesday, August 5, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThreats facing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) accelerated dramatically in early 2025 as new Executive Orders exerted significant pressure on companies, funders, and nonprofits to retreat from their DEI practices. The EOs and surrounding political scrutiny have led some […]
Leadership Lunch in New York CityThursday, August 14, 202512:00–2:00 PM ETNew York CityAbout Over the past few years, leaders have faced unprecedented challenges, navigating diverse teams through a relentless wave of crises. It’s clearer than ever that new tools, insights, and strategies are essential—not just for leading organizations, but for sustaining themselves in the process. […]
